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LA28 Expands Olympic Soccer Across USA
3 Feb
Summary
- Six US stadiums chosen for LA28 Olympic football tournaments.
- For the first time, more women's teams (16) than men's teams (12) will compete.
- Final matches set for the historic Rose Bowl in Pasadena.
The 2028 Los Angeles Olympics is expanding its football tournament footprint, with organizers announcing six stadiums across the United States will host matches. This decision broadens the competition's reach significantly beyond its Southern California base.
Selected venues include upcoming and established stadiums in New York, Columbus, Nashville, St. Louis, San Jose, and San Diego. These locations will host group stage and knockout games, with a focus on athlete welfare and fan inclusivity.
In a historic first for Olympic football, the LA28 Games will feature more women's teams (16) than men's teams (12). This initiative aims to establish a benchmark for all team sports in future Olympics to have at least an equal number of women's and men's teams.
The final matches for both the men's and women's gold medal games are scheduled to take place at the iconic Rose Bowl in Pasadena. The men's final is slated for July 28, 2028, with the women's final following on July 29, 2028.
